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Re: Debian Users problem

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On Mon, Jun 23, 2025 at 9:34 PM Maureen Thomas <silverorb@verizon.net>
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> <... snip ...>
>
> So I need to know if there is any way to change my damn root password and
> how to get synaptic to accept them.   I just turned 75 so I write a lot of
> stuff down so I do not forget.  I would greatly appreciate your help with
> this problem.
>

Looks like you are able to login as a non-root user but having trouble with
installing packages.
Suggest you first back up your files and keep that on a separate media
storage e.g. external USB drive.

This link suggests a few methods to recover the 'root' password.
https://www.tecmint.com/reset-forgotten-root-password-in-ubuntu/
(should work for Debian Grub boot loader)

If all methods fail - to save time and effort, it's best to reinstall
Debian and restore your personal files from the earlier backup (see above).

HTH. Good luck

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Arun Khan

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